Doubt
Hades Lyrics


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He only sees what he wants
It serves to fool and distract him
While slowly everything's haunted, cursed and stained

His temple that was his home
Showed itself as mere cold stone
To finally feel all alone is horribly purifying
[CHORUS:]
And it's doubt that fills my head
Dreadful doubt dripping in dread

Leave me to live in my own world
I've had enough of yours
Follow the program and make plans
To become self-assured
Didn't end up the golden champion
Ended up on the floor

[CHORUS]

[CHORUS]

Paid all the dues I could afford
But what was due me got lost
Found I had gained some small respect
But I get little more
They say if at first you don't succeed
Leave well enough alone




Could never live just for the dollar
'Cause life is only unknown

Overall Meaning

The lyrics in Hades's song Doubt describe a person who is blinded by their own desires and ideals, leading them to ignore the darker aspects of reality. The first verse suggests that this person only sees what they want, distracting themselves from the fact that everything around them is slowly becoming more and more cursed and stained. The second verse continues this theme, painting a picture of a person who places value in material possessions, only to later realize that these things cannot provide true comfort or companionship. The chorus of the song highlights the feelings of doubt that plague the singer, as they struggle to make sense of a world that seems to be falling apart.


Overall, the lyrics in Doubt explore themes of disillusionment and uncertainty, as well as the disconnect between what people want to believe and what is actually true. The song suggests that it is only by confronting our doubts and facing the unknown that we can truly find solace and meaning in life.


Line by Line Meaning

He only sees what he wants
His narrow-mindedness blinds him from seeing the truth


It serves to fool and distract him
This approach helps him avoid facing his fears and flaws


While slowly everything's haunted, cursed and stained
Despite his ignorance, everything around him becomes tainted


His temple that was his home
The once well-known place he relied on has changed


Showed itself as mere cold stone
It's not what it used to be and holds no warmth or comfort


To finally feel all alone is horribly purifying
Tackling isolation and feeling alone can be a transformative experience


And it's doubt that fills my head
He's consumed by the uncertainty of his situation


Dreadful doubt dripping in dread
The magnitude of his doubt and anxiety compounds


Leave me to live in my own world
He desires to live life on his terms


I've had enough of yours
He's tired of being forced to conform to societal norms


Follow the program and make plans
The pressure from others to conform to their plan for him is overwhelming


To become self-assured
Self-confidence is important, but not at any cost


Didn't end up the golden champion
He didn't achieve the success he hoped for


Ended up on the floor
He's been knocked down by life's difficulties


Paid all the dues I could afford
He's put in a lot of effort to get where he is


But what was due me got lost
Despite his best efforts, he's not reaping what he sowed


Found I had gained some small respect
He's gained some level of recognition, but not enough


But I get little more
The recognition he's received is not enough to fulfill him


They say if at first you don't succeed
Others suggest trying again if one fails at first


Leave well enough alone
However, sometimes it's best to not overdo things


Could never live just for the dollar
Riches and material gains aren't enough to satisfy him


'Cause life is only unknown
The uncertainties of life make it difficult to find one's true purpose or meaning




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Comments from YouTube:

jasvav1

My God THANK YOU!!! What y'all put on the map was not missed by those who listened. Again THANK ALL OF YOU!!! Fan from Stamford ct back when the leaders was put on vinyl. Y'all is a classic and glad i didn't miss it.

Dan Lorenzo

I actually wrote this for NON-FICTION originally. Hope you know about VESSEL OF LIGHT

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